Two Jamestown Gymnasts Named to All-State Teams

Sutton Van Gilder and Brooklyn Waldie recognized for standout seasons

Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:36am

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Sutton Van Gilder of the Jamestown Blue Jays gymnastics team was named to the All-State first team, while teammate Brooklyn Waldie was selected for the second team. The Jamestown head coach, Bre Carlson, was also honored as the Coach of the Year.

Why it matters

Gymnastics is a popular high school sport in North Dakota, and being named to the All-State team is a significant achievement that recognizes the hard work and talent of these young athletes. The Jamestown program has clearly developed two standout gymnasts who are helping to raise the profile of their school and community.

The details

Van Gilder, the team's steadiest performer, finished fourth in the all-around at the state championships, her seventh top-four finish of the season. She also won four all-around competitions throughout the year. Waldie placed 11th in the all-around at state and had a third-place all-around finish earlier in the season.

  • The All-State teams were announced on March 13, 2026.
  • The North Dakota High School Gymnastics State Championships were held on February 27, 2026.

The players

Sutton Van Gilder

A standout gymnast for the Jamestown Blue Jays, Van Gilder was named to the All-State first team after a season that included four all-around competition wins and a fourth-place finish in the all-around at the state championships.

Brooklyn Waldie

Waldie, a member of the Jamestown Blue Jays gymnastics team, was selected for the All-State second team after placing 11th in the all-around at the state meet and earning a third-place all-around finish earlier in the season.

Bre Carlson

The head coach of the Jamestown Blue Jays gymnastics team, Carlson was named the Coach of the Year by the North Dakota High School Gymnastics Coaches Association.

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The takeaway

The Jamestown Blue Jays gymnastics program has demonstrated its strength by producing two All-State performers and having its head coach recognized as the best in the state. This success highlights the dedication and talent of the athletes and coaching staff, and it will likely inspire other young gymnasts in the community to strive for similar achievements.